Wheat Infected with Rust

5/4/10



With all the spring moisture that we have received early spring and the warm temperatures we have had lately, the wheat has taken off. Weeds have also sprung up and every field that our agronomists have scouted, they have reported issues that will negatively affect yields. Commodity prices have not rebounded much at this point but we are advising not to neglect your ground. Do you want to sell less for less or more for less. Get with your agronomist and have them evaluate your ground to devise an economical way to control you weeds.

This year we will be routing a chemical delivery schedule to keep your needs taken care of. Visit with your agronomist to be placed on the schedule. This season as we all knew would happen is very compressed. Hopefully this will help alleviate some of your time and keep you stocked with what you will need to keep operating.

I would like to pass along that we still have discounted fungicide program with our suppliers. Syngenta, BASF, and Bayer are offering a substantial rebate through the end of May. After May it will be reduced but will be in affect for a few more months. There has been rust spotted in Kansas on their wheat which is plenty early for that to be happening. This causes for some concern that it will be here soon. Don't let this opportunity slip by to save some money on a proven yield enhancer whether it is corn, wheat, or edible beans.

Last blog I touched on the Precision Piece of Agriculture that we have to offer. We have successfully processed many acres and have wrote prescriptions for many growers. The process is going very smooth. If you have any interest, visit with your agronomist and have them explain the benefits that comes from the program.

We concluded our seed pick up days last week and moved a lot of seed out. We still have a good stock of seed in our inventory in case there are any acre shifts. Corn is not the only seed that we provide. We supply many different crops from the major manufacturers. Whatever direction you will be going, let us know so we can provide you what you may need.